1995 Rover 400 vs. 1978 Toyota Celica
To start off, 1995 Rover 400 is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Toyota Celica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Toyota Celica would be higher. At 2,563 cc, 1978 Toyota Celica is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Toyota Celica (118 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1995 Rover 400. (109 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1978 Toyota Celica should accelerate faster than 1995 Rover 400.
Let's talk about torque, 1978 Toyota Celica (215 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Rover 400. (145 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1978 Toyota Celica will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Rover 400.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Rover 400 | 1978 Toyota Celica | |
| Make | Rover | Toyota |
| Model | 400 | Celica |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1589 cc | 2563 cc |
| Horse Power | 109 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 215 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2640 mm |
